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Air Dry Clay Imprints

Preserve summer memories (or any special moment!) by making Air Dry Clay keepsakes you can put on display. Imprint found objects, then make the clay impressions pop with paint!

Ages: 8 and up, 6 and up

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Disposable Cup
  • Rolling Pin
  • Seashells, Ferns, Found Objects
  • Water
  • Wax Paper

Steps

  • Step 1

    On wax paper, flatten a large clay ball with a rolling pin to create the surface for your imprints. Make it thick enough to make your impressions!

  • Step 2

    Use found objects to press into the flattened clay. Dry overnight.

  • Step 3

    Use a paint brush and washable or watercolor paint to give the imprints a pop of color.

  • Step 4

    Allow paint to dry 1–2 hours, then display!

Crafts

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